Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Grabber (75) in Washington, D.C. by Vincent Palumbo, Peter Rockwell

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The Grabber (75) is a limestone gargoyle on the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., designed by Peter Rockwell and carved by Vincent Palumbo. It is part of a series of gargoyles and grotesques that decorate the cathedral's Gothic Revival architecture. Located near Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues NW, the gargoyle contributes to the cathedral's artistic and functional stonework. The piece exemplifies traditional gargoyle craftsmanship adapted for this iconic American landmark.